National Youth Orchestra of
the United States of America
Conductor: Charles Dutoit / Piano Soloist: YUNDI
“The playing was of the highest caliber: controlled, precise, crisp, and nuanced, with perfect ensemble” ── Classical Voice North America
“The performance exuded vitality and confidence” ── The New York Times
Over 110 top young American musicians have been chosen by Carnegie Hall to form the third annual National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America (NYO-USA). Virtuoso conductor Charles Dutoit and acclaimed pianist YUNDI will team up with the outstanding ensemble to perform in New York before embarking on a historic first tour to China this summer. The visit includes performances in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Hong Kong.
Dutoit, Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Conductor Laureate of the Philadelphia Orchestra, is renowned for his polished style in conducting the world’s greatest orchestras and soloists. Hailed as the “Prince of the Piano”, YUNDI is not only a celebrated exponent of Chopin’s music, but also a remarkable Beethoven interpreter. Another highlight will be a new commissioned work by award-winning composer Tan Dun. Brought together with the effervescent NYO-USA, this unparalleled combination of talent is set to deliver a truly mesmerising concert for all ages.
| Tan Dun | Passacaglia: Secret of Wind and Birds  Download |
| Beethoven | Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-Flat Major, Op. 73, Emperor |
| Berlioz | Symphonie fantastique, Op.14 |
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26.7 (Sun)4pm
- Music
- Approx. 2 hours with an intermission of 20 minutes
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Best for ages 6 and above
(Children under the age of 6 will not be admitted)
Friendly Reminder
- IAC Plus： Pre-concert Performance
Photo: Priska Ketterer, Chris Lee, Nana Watanabe, Chen Man
Artist's Website： www.carnegiehall.org/nyousa
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Founder Patrons: Blavatnik Family Foundation; The Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation;
Marina Kellen French and the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Foundation; Ronald O. Perelman; Robertson Foundation;
Robert F. Smith; Sarah Billinghurst Solomon and Howard Solomon; and Joan and Sanford I. Weill and the Weill Family Foundation.
Major Tour Sponsors: Sir David Tang; Wailian Overseas Consulting Group, Limited; and PwC
Additional funding has been provided by the Jack Benny Family Foundation for Music Education; and Andrew and
Margaret Paul.
Pre-concert Performance
A lively encounter with the talented young players from this remarkable orchestra, which seeks to connect up cultures through music.
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26.7 (Sun)3:15pm
Program Leaflet- Passacaglia: Secret of Wind and Birds
The orchestra is excited to be premiering a new work by Tan Dun, commissioned by Carnegie Hall. The piece, titled Passacaglia: Secret of Wind and Birds, weaves together the ancient sounds of birds with modern technology, including you and your smartphone. As a close friend of the orchestra, I would like to invite you to join the performance!
Patrons can download the music file through the link below, and save it on your device. -
Download
To participate in the performance:
- Find your way back to this file on your device at the beginning of the performance. Please be sure that your device is in "airplane mode" before the performance begins, in order to prevent unwanted noises.
- Please play your audio file as soon as conductor Charles Dutoit turns around and gestures in the direction of your section of the audience. There will be a few cues to different sections of the hall in the opening minute of the piece. Once started, let the file play in its entirety.
- Please turn off your device completely at the end of the performance of Tan Dun.
- House Programme
- My View Form
TIPS: Please load the web page with this music file on your device before entering the Concert Hall, and ensure it remains opened.
